Course summary
Our research strengths lie in curriculum studies, early years, leadership and diversity in education, learning for sustainability and professional development. We also have expertise in education policy, extremism and education and values in education. Our School of Education and Applied Sciences provides a stimulating and supportive environment with a blend of extensive professional expertise in different learning contexts – spanning early years to higher education. You’ll join a strong education research community of over 30 academic staff with different supervisory specialisms. Progress your knowledge and skills with engaged researchers who are pushing forward new knowledge and professional practice. Explore strengths in curriculum studies, early years, leadership and diversity in education, and professional development. Research environment Our research environment has strong national and international links. This active background means that research students, whether studying full-time or part-time, join a group of engaged researchers involved in pushing forward both new knowledge and professional practice. Research areas Some of our recent research includes:
- the application of constructivist learning theory to homework practice
- how coursework and exam-based study affect the learning of pupils in secondary science education
- primary trainee teachers’ choice of mathematical examples for learning and the relationship with mathematics subject knowledge
- pedagogy to enhance teaching and learning in science and environmental education within Initial Teacher Education
- the role of support workers in the learning of students with disabilities in higher education.
Entry requirements
PhD A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. Applications from a range of diverse backgrounds We actively encourage applications from students from a range of diverse backgrounds who demonstrate appropriate research experience and achievement. IELTS 6.5 (6.0 writing, 5.5 all other components) EU and international students need IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component) or equivalent. Research proposal Please provide a copy of your research proposal. This should be 1,000 words (excluding references and appendices) following the structure outlined in this research proposal guide. Please note; we’re unable to process applications without a proposal for the School’s consideration. Not supplying one will delay the processing of applications.
English language requirements
International students will need to produce evidence of an acceptable score on an approved English language test such as IELTS. We run pre-sessional English language courses to help you prepare for undergraduate or postgraduate study.
English Language requirements
http://www.glos.ac.uk/docs/download/International/english-Language-entry-requirements.pdf
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please visit the subject page via www.glos.ac.uk/Research for full fees and costs information.
Provider information
University of Gloucestershire
The Park
Cheltenham
GL50 2RH